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Deals in brief: Wavemaker Impact launches Zentide, Arus Oil and Bumame secure funding, Kredivo acquires GajiGesa, and more

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Deals in brief: Edge Tutor and Techcoop raise funding, Airtree Ventures backs Twine, GCL acquires stake in Nekcom Games, and more

How do ideas shape industries? Learn how content, design, and digital artistry influence branding, marketing, and cultural impact.

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What entertains a connected world? Track shifts in film, music, and media consumption, as platforms and audiences redefine cultural experiences.

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The exhibit operator will open a permanent facility in Tokyo in March.

Singapore's Neon says immersive experience business is growing

Singapore&#8217;s Neon says immersive experience business is growing

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Where do digital assets find value? Consider market volatility, decentralized exchanges, and blockchain protocols shaping crypto economies.

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What happens when banking goes virtual? Study no-branch platforms, biometric authentication, and seamless financial services.

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Digital asset players and private banks are racing to capitalize on growing interest in the sector.

Rich Asians fuel Singapore crypto craze on Trump, bitcoin hype

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GoTo, formed by Gojek and Tokopedia, merges ride-hailing, logistics, and retail into a single super-app ecosystem.

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Grab, a Southeast Asian superapp, provides ride-hailing, food delivery, and mobile payments, connecting millions to on-demand services.

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Southeast Asia’s tech ecosystem is a melting pot of startups and businesses of all sizes, all vying for rapid growth.

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What redefines personal transport? Investigate pricing models, user experience, and new entrants reshaping door-to-door mobility.

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The upstart expands in Southeast Asia, challenging Uber with its Hong Kong entry.

Singapore ride-hailing app Tada innovates by putting drivers first

Ant Group, a fintech powerhouse, offers digital payments, wealth management tools, and micro loans, enabling borderless, mobile-first financial services.

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China’s tech ecosystem serves as a driving force behind the world’s second largest economy, influencing global digital markets.

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The ranking assesses over 160 digital banks globally, evaluating innovation, customer growth, and financial performance.

Anext Bank recognized as "best digital bank" in Singapore

Anext Bank recognized as &#8220;best digital bank&#8221; in Singapore

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How does dinner arrive at your door? Study platform partnerships, last-mile delivery, and culinary trends powering the takeaway economy.

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Southeast Asia’s leading superapp capped off 2024 on a high note, achieving strong growth across segments.

Grab rides to record quarterly revenue in Q4 2024, sets sights on AI and autonomous vehicles

Deals in brief: Nexmedis raises funding, KKR joins Employment Hero’s cap table, Demuzo secures backing for music investment platform, and more

How does credit flow online? Explore digital lending tools, alternative scoring, and services accelerating capital access.

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AI can be used to broaden credit access and rebuild trust in digital lending, he said.

Can AI make credit access more equitable? FinVolution’s Lei Chen thinks so

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How does interactive entertainment evolve? Assess gaming ecosystems, esports growth, and technology enhancing virtual play.

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The veteran marketer’s exit comes as Mihoyo shifts Genshin Impact’s focus toward long-term growth.

Mihoyo loses key Genshin Impact figure as Xie Qiliang steps down

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The family entertainment operator is opening its first overseas location at Siam Paragon.

China’s Meland to make global debut with Bangkok family park

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